Target Sectors

Data Centers

Henrico has an internet infrastructure so robust that it can advance the success of even the largest data center operator through the digital age and beyond. We house both the QTS Richmond Network Access Point (NAP) and DE-CIX Richmond, offering unbeatable access to the subsea cables MAREA, BRUSA, SAEx1, and Dunant, and providing a gateway to the largest interconnection ecosystem in North America. This dynamic duo is the basis of our powerful digital ecosystem, ensuring that data flows constantly and companies can easily reach business epicenters and emerging markets worldwide.

Build your data center in Henrico and discover what Meta already knows: The entire framework for your business can be built and sustained in one great location. Discover more about how Henrico can support your business by downloading our convenient Data Center brochure.



Unrivaled Connectivity

Through DE-CIX and the QTS Richmond NAP, businesses can take advantage of access to 20+ different fiber networks and four subsea cables, in addition to more than 3,000 network operators and more than 500 data centers worldwide. Maybe best of all, Richmond DE-CIX is data center and carrier neutral, an exceptional feature that allows businesses to enjoy the reliability, flexibility, scalability, and adaptability that a full suite of connectivity options affords. A presence in Henrico means open access to a Data Autobahn, where you can drive your business toward success. A presence in Henrico means you are located in a strategically designed global communications hub with open access to a Data Autobahn. Here, you can drive your business toward success.



Fast-track Construction

As the go-to destination for data centers looking for new business opportunities, we have a rich history of getting projects up and operational quickly. And to make your build even simpler, Henrico is also proud to offer perfectly zoned sites at our premier White Oak Technology Park.

This high-tech industrial park is master planned and designed to meet the scale, robust power, and high-speed connection requirements of enterprise, colocation, and hyperscale data centers. Grow your data center here and have access to shovel-ready sites in addition to a fast-track planning and permitting process. Site work on Facebook’s 2.5M-sq.-ft. Henrico Data Center began just four months after the announcement was made, thanks to our quick approval process.



Unsurpassed Data Speeds

Henrico offers the fastest data speeds on the planet. Google’s Dunant cable offers a record-breaking 250 Tbps capacity – fast enough to transmit the entire digitized Library of Congress three times every second. Thanks to Richmond DE-CIX, local businesses can send data to Spain and back in one-third of a second – the time it takes to blink. And in two milliseconds – two flashes of a camera – your data can be sent to 80% of the U.S. population.



Subsea Cable Convergence

Through the QTS Richmond NAP in Henrico, businesses can tap into MAREA, BRUSA, SAEx1, and Dunant. The four subsea cables span the globe, extending to Spain, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, and Puerto Rico, South Africa, and France, respectively.



Low Electricity Costs

Looking for a superior location to build your data center operations, all powered by affordable, reliable, and clean energy? You’ve found it. Henrico’s industrial electric rates are 31% below the national average. And it’s all brought to you by Dominion Energy. The leading energy company offers a Green Power program where businesses can match their electricity use with renewable energy.



Low Tax Rates

We work with the data center industry to improve its bottom line. Our data center tax rate is $0.40/$100 on computer and related equipment. Electric rates are more than 20% below the southeast region average. In 2022, we lowered our real estate tax rate from $0.87 to $0.85

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